"We are committed to supporting businesses in the towns and cities in which we operate and our clients tell us they like the fact that the money they bank with us goes back into supporting their local economy.

"As a strong bank, our focus has always been on the traditional banking values that have served us well.

"As well as standing by our current clients, we have a strong appetite for helping well-run businesses grow and succeed.We are committed to further developing our support for new businesses in Scotland over the coming year."